aftermarket fuel door that fits the FD?
03-24-06, 05:31 AM
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aftermarket fuel door that fits the FD?
my fuel door got 'blowed up' and I also removed the fuel door opening latch system (this is on my track car)...so i am looking for an aftermarket, thumb open fuel door...somthing like this:
http://dallasmustang.com/prod/7094
I did a search but didint find much, anyone find one that fits right?
http://dallasmustang.com/prod/7094
I did a search but didint find much, anyone find one that fits right?
03-24-06, 06:54 AM
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How about something like this?
For something really trick then try out a Dry Brake Valve. It automatically closes when the male probe is withdrawn to prevent fuel spillage during pit stops.
We're currently installing one of these on BOOSTD7's RX7. We're mounting it right above the rear bumper. It's going to be really trick.
Originally Posted by Resource
For something really trick then try out a Dry Brake Valve. It automatically closes when the male probe is withdrawn to prevent fuel spillage during pit stops.
We're currently installing one of these on BOOSTD7's RX7. We're mounting it right above the rear bumper. It's going to be really trick.
03-24-06, 11:35 AM
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I broke my door off a few years ago and replaced with one of those. Got it from JC Whitney for closer to $60. Not cheap but less than the stock piece by $50. You lose the in-car release. I will take a look tonight to see what part no/mfg it was, if you like. If you do some grinding you can make it fit better. Just take your time and check frequently against the opening in the 1/4 panel. Secure bracket with JB Weld or some such on the inside. Also I left a slight gap at the bottom for gas or water to drain out.
03-24-06, 12:19 PM
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As above, IIRC, the Audi TT ones fit very nice...same curvature. Forgot which biglister has it. Also, someone did the previous model Eclipse one....didn't look as nice but didn't cost as much neither.
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03-24-06, 02:52 PM
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Originally Posted by KaiFD3S
Hey Herblenny, would you still be able to pump gas at a regular gas station with that setup?
Better person to ask will be Resource, as it was something he posted awhile back.
03-24-06, 02:55 PM
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Originally Posted by herblenny
I have no clue. I know Damian tracks his car and figure he might want something like that.
Better person to ask will be Resource, as it was something he posted awhile back.
Better person to ask will be Resource, as it was something he posted awhile back.
Damien doesn't drive his on the street so why would he have to worry about people sticking things in his tank?
03-24-06, 05:11 PM
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ok great feedback guys...
this is for my track car so that Dry Brake Valve racing type valve is interesting, however im still usign the stock tank and filler location, so im not looking for that extreame ...yet :-)
>>I broke my door off a few years ago and replaced with one of those. Got it from JC Whitney for closer to $60. Not cheap but less than the stock piece by $50. You lose the in-car release. I will take a look tonight to see what part no/mfg it was, if you like.
yes, please do post the part number, i may look at using that...
I also want to look at the audi TT option, anyone know of a good place to buy one?
this is for my track car so that Dry Brake Valve racing type valve is interesting, however im still usign the stock tank and filler location, so im not looking for that extreame ...yet :-)
>>I broke my door off a few years ago and replaced with one of those. Got it from JC Whitney for closer to $60. Not cheap but less than the stock piece by $50. You lose the in-car release. I will take a look tonight to see what part no/mfg it was, if you like.
yes, please do post the part number, i may look at using that...
I also want to look at the audi TT option, anyone know of a good place to buy one?
03-24-06, 06:02 PM
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Originally Posted by Mark McGuire
I broke my door off a few years ago and replaced with one of those. Got it from JC Whitney for closer to $60. Not cheap but less than the stock piece by $50. You lose the in-car release. I will take a look tonight to see what part no/mfg it was, if you like. If you do some grinding you can make it fit better. Just take your time and check frequently against the opening in the 1/4 panel. Secure bracket with JB Weld or some such on the inside. Also I left a slight gap at the bottom for gas or water to drain out.
http://www.jcwhitney.com/autoparts/P...?Ntt=fuel+door
03-29-06, 12:23 PM
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JC Whitney does not list the part I bought any more. The one I got is made by Smittybuilt - and I could not find their part number. That last post looks like and is priced like the one I have. I think mine was advertized for a Ford or Chevy pickup in JCW and I took a change that I could make it fit. I'll take another look tonight for the original order/packing slip.
BTW I noticed the Viper chrome cap looks real nice and might be made to fit. Bet they cost a penny.
Mark
BTW I noticed the Viper chrome cap looks real nice and might be made to fit. Bet they cost a penny.
Mark
